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Arkansas CPA CPE Requirements

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Arkansas CPA CPE Requirements Overview

Last Reviewed on: 24 Mar, 2026

CPE Requirements40 hours annually or 120 hours in 3 years.
License Renewal PeriodApril 1, Annually.
CPE Reporting CycleJanuary 1 to December 31, Annually.
Ethics RequirementComplete 4 hours of Accounting Professional Conduct and Ethics during the 36 months immediately preceding renewal, including 1 hour of Arkansas Board-specific laws and rules.
Carryover creditArkansas CPA cannot carry forward credits in the next reporting cycle.
Subject Area Restriction
  • Public accountants must fulfill 40% of their required hours in accounting, accounting ethics, attest, or taxation.
  • Non-public accountants must complete 20% of their required hours in these subject areas.  
  • License holders doing attest or compilation work need to spend at least 20% of their hours on attest and accounting theory/practice.

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Simplifying Regulations for 2026

Arkansas CPE RequirementArkansas CPAs are required to complete 40 hours annually or 120 hours in 3 years.
Initial CPE HoursLicensees who receive their initial license during the current calendar year must obtain CPE hours prorated based upon the date of initial license. They are exempt from ethics requirement until their first full year of licensure. View more 
Ethics Requirement Four (4) hours of Accounting Ethics within a 36-month reporting cycle, including one (1) hour on the Arkansas State Board of Accountancy Laws and Rules. View Arkansas State Ethics Course
Content Requirement
  • Public accountants must fulfill 40% of their required hours in accounting, accounting ethics, attest, or taxation. 
  • Non-public accountants must complete 20% of their required hours in these areas. 
  • License holders doing attest or compilation work must spend at least 20% of their hours on attest and accounting theory/practice.
Subject Areas Qualifying CPE must meet Arkansas Board requirements for subject matter, delivery method, credit measurement, and documentation. View more
Learning Modes Max. 80% of CPE hours can be earned through self-study, including individual study, distance learning, and independent study. 
Eligible Learning ActivitiesGroup Internet Based, QAS Self-Study, Blended Group, Nano Learning (up to 4 hours), University/college courses (1 semester hour = 15 CPE hours), and more
CPE DeadlineCPE credits must be completed by December 31 annually. 
Fast Track CPEOur Fast Track Arkansas CPE packages are expertly curated bundles that meet Arkansas CPAs’ exact continuing education requirements. Save significant time selecting individual courses by choosing our comprehensive packages that cover all your CPE needs. View more 
ReportingCPE credits must be reported from January 1 to December 31 annually.
License Renewal 

Arkansas CPA licenses expire on December 31 each year and must be renewed by April 1 to avoid the license becoming lapsed. View more

Carry ForwardArkansas CPAs cannot carry over excess credits to the next reporting cycle.
Record RetentionMaintain records of completed CPE credits for 5 years as they may be subject to audit by the state board. View more 
Renewal FeesThe renewal fee for Arkansas CPAs is $110. View more 

Do MYCPE ONE Courses Qualify for CPE in the State of Arkansas? Yes!

Arkansas accepts continuing education courses from NASBA sponsors, and MYCPE ONE is a registered sponsor and specializes in various learning formats, including - 

  • Group Internet Based, 
  • QAS Self-Study, 
  • Group Live, and 
  • Nano Learning. 

You can verify our NASBA sponsorship under MYCPE ONE on the NASBA Registry. For convenient access to our courses, click here to explore the MYCPE ONE course catalog. We offer an all-inclusive subscription model, similar to Netflix, where a single subscription gives you access to the largest online course catalog. Plus, our subscription rates are 60% lower than other platforms. Subscribe today!

 

Contact Information for the Arkansas State Board of Public Accountancy

Arkansas State Board of Public Accountancy
900 W. Capitol, Suite 400
Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: 501-682-1520
Fax: 501-682-5538 
Email: asbpa@arkansas.gov
Website: Arkansas State Board Of Public Accountancy

We Review CPE Compliance Requirements Every Six Months

At MYCPE ONE, we are committed to providing professionals across all designations with the most accurate and up-to-date continuing education information. Our team reviews and updates the CPE requirement information for Arkansas CPA every Six months to reflect the latest standards and policies set by the state board of Arkansas and NASBA.

While we work diligently to ensure accuracy, we encourage professionals to confirm the requirements directly with their respective boards or credentialing authorities through the official links provided here.

How to Meet Arkansas CPA CPE Requirements Before License Renewal

Arkansas CPA CPE requirements generally allow 40 hours in the previous calendar year or 120 hours across three years. Arkansas ethics CPE generally requires four hours within 36 months, including one hour on state board laws and rules. 


Combined self-study and authorship credits cannot exceed 80% of required hours, so check each course’s format and sponsor. Licenses expire December 31; April 1 of the following year marks lapse for licenses still unrenewed. 


Nonresident CPAs may follow their principal business state’s CPE rules but still owe Arkansas-specific ethics training. Keep all supporting completion records for five years after the completion year.

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Arkansas CPA CPE Compliance

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Frequently Asked Questions

Arkansas CPAs are required to complete 120 hours within 36 months or 40 hours within 12 months immediately preceding January 1 of the year for which the license is renewed.


Newly licensed Arkansas CPAs must obtain prorated CPE hours based on the date of their initial license. They are exempt from the ethics requirement until their first full year of licensure.

Yes, Arkansas CPAs must complete 4 hours of Accounting Ethics within a 36-month reporting cycle, including 1 hour on the Arkansas State Board of Accountancy Laws and Rules. Click here to view ethics courses on MYCPE ONE.

Yes, there is a minimum content requirement.  

  • Public accountants must complete 40% of their required hours in accounting, accounting ethics, attest, or taxation.  
  • Non-public accountants must complete 20% of their required hours in these areas.  
  • License holders performing attest or compilation work must spend at least 20% of their hours on attest and accounting theory/practice.

While no specific subject areas are outlined, NASBA-approved fields of study are accepted by Arkansas State Board of Accountancy.

No, Arkansas Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals can complete a maximum of 80% of their CPE through self-study including individual study, distance learning, and independent study.

Eligible CPE activities for Arkansas Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals include Group Internet-Based, QAS Self-Study, Blended Group, Nano Learning (up to 4 hours), university/college courses (1 semester hour = 15 CPE hours), and more

The CPE deadline for Arkansas Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals is December 31 annually.

Fast Track CPE from MYCPE ONE offers expertly curated Arkansas CPE packages that meet the state’s continuing education requirements. These comprehensive packages cover all your CPE needs and save time selecting individual courses.

CPE credits must be reported annually from January 1 to December 31.

Arkansas Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals must renew their licenses by April 1 annually. Failure to renew by this date may result in disciplinary action and penalties ranging from $50 to $500 per day.

No, Arkansas Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals cannot carry over excess CPE credits to the next reporting cycle.

Arkansas Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals must retain their CPE records for 5 years, as they may be subject to audit by the state board.

The renewal fee for Arkansas Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals is $145. Click here for more details.

Arkansas Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professionals can visit the Arkansas State Board of Public Accountancy website for further FAQs and details on CPE requirements and regulations.

Failure to meet CPE requirements or renew by April 1 may result in disciplinary action, with fines ranging from $50 to $500 per day of non-compliance.

Yes, Arkansas Board of Public Accountancy accepts courses if the provider is approved by NASBA. As a NASBA-approved provider (143597), our courses are aligned with Arkansas CPE regulations. You can refer to the "QUALIFIES FOR" section on each course page to check eligibility.

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